This release presents the full v1.358 framework for linearly tapered dielectric asymmetric capacitor propulsion. It provides the exhaustive, closed-form mathematical and physical derivation of thrust generation from a spatial permittivity gradient ∇ε(x) = −ε₀β, including: Exact 1D ponderomotive force and its 3D geometric efficiency factor η₃D Full Maxwell stress tensor validation proving net self-force = 0 on any isolated rigid body (Section 5) Resolution of the self-force paradox via asymmetric vacuum momentum flux in an extended 5D manifold (Appendix E, parallel divergence-theorem proof) Bound-charge persistence, Poole-Frenkel dynamics, and multi-hour thrust after a single 10–20 kV seed pulse Electrostriction, thermal balance, quantum breakdown limits, array scaling, and LEO station-keeping Complete quantitative example: 10 μN thrust per unit from only 0.01 J seed energy, delivering 0.864 N·s impulse over 24 h persistence (system efficiency 86.4 N·s/J) All derivations are self-contained, use only standard electrodynamics and QED vacuum polarization, and include explicit closed-form expressions ready for engineering implementation or experimental validation. Appendices A–E supply every intermediate integral, eigenvalue spectrum, and scaling law. This document supersedes all prior v1.x iterations and establishes the definitive baseline for tapered dielectric propulsion research.For further inquiry please email our point of contact — jaybravohere@gmail.com License: CC0 1.0 (Public Domain) Version: v1.358 (April 2026)
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